{"product_id":"hand-carved-wooden-kinetic-folk-art-figure-moving-dancing-sculpture","title":"Hand Carved Wooden Kinetic Folk Art Figure | Moving Dancing Sculpture","description":"This one has personality to spare. This hand-carved wooden folk art figure is a charming, slightly mischievous kinetic sculpture that moves and \"dances\" when gently touched, thanks to a spring-tension wire mechanism anchored to a weighted wooden base. The carved figure features articulated limbs, expressive painted facial details, and textured dark wood with visible age and wear that only add to its character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe green-and-black checkerboard platform and curved tension wire create subtle motion - a light tap sets the figure into a gentle sway or stepping motion, giving it an animated, almost playful presence. It feels like a one-off studio or outsider art project rather than a factory-made piece, and there are no maker's marks present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the kind of object that sparks conversation instantly - perfect for collectors of folk art, kinetic sculpture, outsider art, or anyone who appreciates handmade whimsy with a bit of edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMATERIAL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarved wood (figure and base)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMetal tension wire and mounting hardware\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMixed media paint details\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall height: approx. 15-16\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBase length: approx. 10-11\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlatform width: approx. 4\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(See photos with ruler for reference.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWEIGHT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 3-4 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCOUNTRY OF ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnknown (likely handmade)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDATE OF MANUFACTURE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1970's\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION STATEMENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage\/handmade condition. Structurally solid with expected wear to wood surfaces, paint, and edges consistent with age and hand-crafted nature. The figure moves freely and responds to gentle motion as intended, with spring tension intact. No breaks or repairs observed. Please review all photos closely as they are part of the description.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFUN FACT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKinetic folk sculptures like this were often made as one-off personal projects - meant to delight, not to match anything else in the room.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHIPPING \u0026amp; HANDLING\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSecurely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRETURNS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo returns unless not as described or pictured.","brand":"unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46075086831766,"sku":"652VQ9A2R0K28Wsh","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/7036\/8406\/files\/1312ecb5-76cf-521a-bcac-7c6de79f6118.jpg?v=1767814750","url":"https:\/\/highplainsheritagestudio.com\/products\/hand-carved-wooden-kinetic-folk-art-figure-moving-dancing-sculpture","provider":"High Plains Mercantile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}